Roxie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Roxie is of Persian origin, meaning 'dawn' or 'bright.' It has evolved from its historical forms Roxane and Roxana into its modern variant. The name conveys traits of brightness and liveliness, with no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th century and is currently viewed as fun and adventurous.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Roxie"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɒksi/
Origin
Persian
Etymology
The name Roxie is derived from the Persian name 'Roxane,' which means 'dawn' or 'bright.' It is often associated with the historical figure Roxana, the wife of Alexander the Great.
Meaning
Dawn, bright
Language Evolution
Roxane, Roxana, Roxie
Historical Usage
Roxie gained popularity in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often seen as a diminutive form of Roxana.
Variants & Derivatives
Roxanne, Roxana, Roxy
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Roxie is perceived as a lively and upbeat name, often associated with a fun and adventurous personality.
Famous People
Roxie Hart, a character in the musical 'Chicago', Roxie Roker, an American actress, Roxie Dawson, a well-known American singer
📊 Roxie Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 319 peak births in 1918
Geographic Spread
Popular across 36 US states, with strongest presence in Kentucky
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Roxie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Roxie"
"Roxie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3355th of 7545 | 97 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3834th of 6773 | 65 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4712th of 7552 | 41 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 364th of 9107 | 5,911 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 523rd of 9204 | 3,260 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 686th of 12526 | 3,779 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1547th of 19264 | 1,032 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2771st of 27321 | 637 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3644th of 35406 | 638 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3314th of 30306 | 580 |
Regional Popularity of "Roxie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Roxie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
40.61% 575th/1416 |
57.65% 795th/1379 |
11.12% 263rd/2366 |
70.23% 802nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
39.59% 612th/1546 |
49.42% 769th/1556 |
16.23% 382nd/2353 |
52.36% 810th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
28.78% 641st/2227 |
50.08% 1217th/2430 |
19.91% 568th/2853 |
27.53% 764th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
64.32% 1889th/2937 |
- |
33.09% 1164th/3518 |
63.13% 2553rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
44.03% 2287th/5194 |
77.38% 4888th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
94.17% 4863rd/5164 |
54.25% 3967th/7313 |
37.46% 2796th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
84.49% 3366th/3984 |
- |
70.13% 4784th/6822 |
50.11% 3145th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Roxie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Roxie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Roxie" in the United States
The name Roxie is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Roxie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Roxie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3355th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3834th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4712th out of 7552 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 364th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 523rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 686th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1547th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2771st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3644th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3314th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Roxie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.